EP0915713A1 - Method and device for sheer filtering and desinfection of breathing air - Google Patents

Method and device for sheer filtering and desinfection of breathing air

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EP0915713A1
EP0915713A1 EP97931630A EP97931630A EP0915713A1 EP 0915713 A1 EP0915713 A1 EP 0915713A1 EP 97931630 A EP97931630 A EP 97931630A EP 97931630 A EP97931630 A EP 97931630A EP 0915713 A1 EP0915713 A1 EP 0915713A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
    • A61L9/00—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
    • A61L9/16—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using physical phenomena
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
    • A61L9/00—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air
    • A61L9/16—Disinfection, sterilisation or deodorisation of air using physical phenomena
    • A61L9/18—Radiation
    • A61L9/20—Ultraviolet radiation
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B01—PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL PROCESSES OR APPARATUS IN GENERAL
    • B01D—SEPARATION
    • B01D46/00—Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F24—HEATING; RANGES; VENTILATING
    • F24F—AIR-CONDITIONING; AIR-HUMIDIFICATION; VENTILATION; USE OF AIR CURRENTS FOR SCREENING
    • F24F1/00—Room units for air-conditioning, e.g. separate or self-contained units or units receiving primary air from a central station
    • F24F1/0007—Indoor units, e.g. fan coil units
    • F24F1/0071—Indoor units, e.g. fan coil units with means for purifying supplied air
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F24—HEATING; RANGES; VENTILATING
    • F24F—AIR-CONDITIONING; AIR-HUMIDIFICATION; VENTILATION; USE OF AIR CURRENTS FOR SCREENING
    • F24F7/00—Ventilation
    • F24F7/04—Ventilation with ducting systems, e.g. by double walls; with natural circulation
    • F24F7/06—Ventilation with ducting systems, e.g. by double walls; with natural circulation with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan positioning of a ventilator in or against a conduit
    • F24F7/065—Ventilation with ducting systems, e.g. by double walls; with natural circulation with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan positioning of a ventilator in or against a conduit fan combined with single duct; mounting arrangements of a fan in a duct
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F24—HEATING; RANGES; VENTILATING
    • F24F—AIR-CONDITIONING; AIR-HUMIDIFICATION; VENTILATION; USE OF AIR CURRENTS FOR SCREENING
    • F24F8/00—Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying
    • F24F8/20—Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying by sterilisation
    • F24F8/22—Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying by sterilisation using UV light
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02A—TECHNOLOGIES FOR ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02A50/00—TECHNOLOGIES FOR ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE CHANGE in human health protection, e.g. against extreme weather
    • Y02A50/20—Air quality improvement or preservation, e.g. vehicle emission control or emission reduction by using catalytic converters
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
    • Y10S—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10S95/00—Gas separation: processes
    • Y10S95/90—Solid sorbent
    • Y10S95/901—Activated carbon

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  • the invention relates to a method and a device for ultrapure filtering and disinfection of air.
  • the invention also relates to a floor lamp with such a device.
  • Bacteria, viruses and molds can also significantly damage health in sick rooms and nursing homes.
  • an air exchange is often not provided, in some cases only a small amount of fresh air is supplied to the air conditioning system, so that all viruses and bacteria are carried everywhere.
  • the pollution of the breathing air can be summarized in three groups:
  • the object of the invention is to purely filter and disinfect air, in particular breathing air.
  • the object is achieved according to the invention in that
  • the air is passed through a pre-filter, b) the air is irradiated with UV-C light, c) the air is passed through a main filter and d) the air flows through an activated carbon filter.
  • Figure 1 is a front view of a first embodiment of the ultrapure filter and disinfecting device according to the invention
  • Figure 2 is a vertical section
  • Figure 3 shows the vertical section of a second embodiment
  • Figure 4 is a side view of the second embodiment
  • Figure 5 shows the vertical section of a third embodiment
  • Figure 6 is a partially sectioned side view of the third embodiment
  • the device can be divided into three areas: a lower area, the housing 1, a middle area, the tube 2 and an upper area, the outflow cone 3.
  • the sheet metal housing 1 consists of a flat base plate 4, the flat side walls 5, 6, a curved front wall 7 and a removable rear wall 8.
  • the side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 are fastened to the base plate 4.
  • the attachment is preferably made by a welded connection.
  • the side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 are also welded at the edges which are adjacent to one another.
  • the side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 have openings 9 in their area facing the base plate 4. These openings 9 serve to suck in the soil air.
  • the rear wall 8 is easily removable. In the lower area it is held in two openings 10 by means of sheet metal tongues 11, in the upper area by means of two screws 12.
  • the front wall 7 has an opening 13 in the upper region through which the tube 2 is inserted into the sheet metal housing 1.
  • the tube 2 is welded to the edge of the opening 13.
  • the pipe 2 consists of a lower pipe part 14 and an upper pipe part 15. Both pipe parts 14/15 are put together. With 16 the parting plane of the pipe parts 14, 15 is identified.
  • the lower pipe part 14 welded to the housing 1 is of constant diameter up to the parting plane 16.
  • the outer diameter is reduced from the parting plane 16.
  • the pipe part 14 then protrudes a little beyond the parting plane with a reduced outer diameter.
  • the upper tube part 15 has a reduced inside diameter in the region of the parting plane 16, such that both tube parts can be put together well.
  • a further piece of pipe instead of processing the diameter of the pipes, a further piece of pipe, the outside diameter of which approximately corresponds to the inside diameter of the pipe parts 14, 15, can also be welded into the pipe part 14. The part protruding from the pipe part 14 then takes over the reception of the pipe part 15.
  • the upper region, the outflow cone 3, is connected to the tube part 15 via a plurality of balls 17 distributed uniformly on the edge of the tube 2.
  • a fan 18 and a fine dust filter 19 are located in the housing 1.
  • the fan 18 preferably a tubular fan, is attached to the end of the Pipe part 14 attached. This type of attachment is used to control the vibrations of the
  • a housing 21 is attached, which receives the fine dust filter 19.
  • the housing 2 has a tubular section which is connected in a sound-insulating manner to the tubular outlet connection of the fan 18.
  • a flat plate adjoins the tubular section and has U-rails on two opposite sides.
  • the fine dust filter 19 is inserted into these U-rails.
  • the fine dust filter is pressed onto the flat plate against sealing rubber strips using wing screws.
  • the fine dust filter 19 serves as a prefilter. It belongs to class F6.
  • the UV-C lamps 22, the main filter 23 and a are located in the tube 2
  • the main filter 23 belongs to class EU 13/14 S of the European standard. This class contains the purest filters that are currently available. They filter out body the size of 1 / 30th oooo mm.
  • the UV-C lamps 22 are mainly arranged in the lower region of the tube 2, in particular the lamp bases are fastened in the lower tube part 14.
  • the main filter 23 can be fastened in the upper tube half by means of a screw cap.
  • the impurities of the first group, the suspended matter are filtered out.
  • UV-C lamps By filtering out the suspended matter, the UV-C lamps cannot become clogged, their radiance remains long, approx. 8000 hours.
  • the breathing air is led through the tube past the UV-C lamps. Most bacteria, viruses and microorganisms are killed by UV-C light.
  • the pre-filtered and now disinfected breathing air is passed through the main filter - an absolute filter.
  • the breathing air is passed through an agglomerated activated carbon filter. This is to purify the air we breathe from toxic fumes and unpleasant smells.
  • the breathing air filtered in this way flows at the upper end of the tube through the space between the balls 17 against the outflow cone 3.
  • the outflow cone distributes the breathing air evenly.
  • Figures 3 and 4 show the second embodiment. It differs from the first one in the arrangement of the fine dust filter 19 and the fan 18.
  • the fine dust filter 19 is arranged outside the housing 1.
  • the fan 18 was an axial fan in the embodiment according to FIG. 2, in the second
  • a radial fan is used.
  • side walls 5 and 6 are welded directly to the lower tube part 14 such that it forms the rear wall 8.
  • the mode of operation corresponds to the first exemplary embodiment, except that the air now flows directly to the fine dust filter and no longer through the openings 9.
  • Figures 5 and 6 show the third embodiment.
  • a radial fan 18 is used as in the second exemplary embodiment.
  • Fine dust filter 19 is located inside the housing 1.
  • the sides have several narrow slots 9 instead of a large opening.
  • the mode of action corresponds to the first
  • the pre-filter protects the UV-C lamps and the main filter. This makes maintenance easier. While the pre-filter has to be changed every six months, it is sufficient to replace the main filter every two years.
  • the lamp holder 30 protrudes beyond the parting plane 16 of the lower and upper tube part 15/16.
  • the ends 31 of the lamp holder 30 are slightly chamfered. This enables easy fitting and guidance in the assembly of the pipe parts.
  • Rothhion is also a small part of the UV-C lamps 22 above the parting plane 16. This is so that after removing the upper tube part 15, the UV-C lamps can still be easily accessible by hand in the event of a renewal.
  • the outflow cone 3 receives a lamp 26 in its cone.
  • this lamp can be a ring light.
  • the device thus serves as a floor lamp and since it shines against the ceiling, it is particularly suitable as a ceiling washer.
  • electrical switches are tightened. These switches can also be used as
  • Regulator be designed so that the brightness or the amount of air can be adjusted.
  • the system is designed for an air volume of 180 m 3 per hour of absolutely clean air of constant quality.
  • the system also fits into the ambience of living rooms.
  • the user who e.g. suffers from hay fever, reduce the filtering of the air we breathe, reduce the amount when he feels better and there with the
  • the noise level can be reduced to 46 db (A).
  • the fan can be controlled by means of a frequency converter in a further embodiment of the invention.
  • the inner surface of the tube 2 in particular the area which is illuminated by the UV-C lamps, can be mirrored in a further embodiment of the invention.
  • the radiation is swallowed less quickly by the wall. It runs through the room several times. This has a beneficial effect on disinfection.
  • the device can be made of both metal and plastic. If the device is made of plastic, the mirror coating protects the plastic from UV-C rays.
  • an adhesive connection can also be made.
  • the inner surface of the tube can be provided with an electrically conductive lacquer. This discharges the static charge generated by the flowing air to an earth connection.
  • the filters can be surrounded by a metallic network that is grounded.
  • Housing pipe exhaust cone base plate side wall side wall front wall rear wall opening opening sheet metal tongue screw opening lower pipe part upper pipe part parting plane ball fan fine dust filter hose parts housing UV-C lamp main filter activated carbon filter ground air lamp switch for lamp switch for air screw lamp holder ends of the lamp holder

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Abstract

The present invention refers to a device for high-purity filtering and disinfecting breathing air. The device includes a fine-dust filter and fan arranged on a housing. An elongate air flow tube is also arranged on the housing and is oriented to receive air flow from the housing. A second filter for disinfecting air is included in the elongate air flow tube. Arranged in series in the air flow tube are a third, main filter for removing microorganisms and a fourth, activated carbon filter for removing noxious fumes.

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Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Reinstfiltern und Desinfizieren von LuftMethod and device for the purest filtering and disinfection of air
Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren und eine Vorrichtung zum Reinstfiltern und Desinfizieren von Luft.The invention relates to a method and a device for ultrapure filtering and disinfection of air.
Auch betrifft die Erfindung eine Stehlampe mit einer solchen Vorrichtung.The invention also relates to a floor lamp with such a device.
In der Luft befinden sich vielerlei Verunreinigungen, die im industriellen Bereich großen Schaden anrichten können. Zum Beispiel können in Archiven, die auf Sicherheitsfilmen abgespeicherten Zeichnungen verloren gehen, wenn die Sicherheitsfilme durch Mikroorganismen befallen werden.There is a wide variety of contaminants in the air that can cause great damage in the industrial sector. For example, in archives, the drawings stored on security films can be lost if the security films are infected by microorganisms.
Verunreinigungen in der Atemluft können ebenfalls zu erheblichen Schäden führen. So können durch Bakterien, Viren und Schimmelpilze Mitarbeiter erkranken, deren Lohnfortzahlungen bedeutend zu Buche schlagen.Contamination in the air we breathe can also cause considerable damage. Bacteria, viruses and molds can make employees sick, whose continued payments continue to make a significant contribution.
Weiterhin führen Pollen häufig zu Schleimhautreizungen, die erhebliches Unwohlsein zur Folge hat.Furthermore, pollen often leads to irritation of the mucous membrane, which results in considerable discomfort.
Insbesondere aber auch Menschen mit verminderter Widerstandskraft, wie solchen, die an Hepatitis C oder an Immunschwächen erkrankt sind, des weiteren Dialysepatienten, Allergiker, Asthmatiker und solchen, die an Neurodermatitis erkrankt sind, können durch die Schwebstoffe oder Mikroorganismen in dem Heilungsprozeß beeinträchtigt werden.In particular, however, people with reduced resistance, such as those suffering from hepatitis C or immune deficiencies, further dialysis patients, allergy sufferers, asthmatics and those suffering from neurodermatitis can be impaired by the suspended matter or microorganisms in the healing process.
Allein in der Bundesrepublik werden etwa 30 Millionen Menschen durch Verunreinigungen der Atemluft in ihrem gesundheitlichen Wohlbefinden beeinträchtigt.In the Federal Republic alone, about 30 million people are affected in their health well-being by pollution of the air they breathe.
Damit Allergiker sich auf die oftmals erheblichen gesundheitlichen Störungen vorbereiten können, werden zu gegebenen Zeiten zu dem Wetterbericht auch Hinweise gegeben auf die Art der Blütenpollen, mit denen zu rechnen ist.So that allergy sufferers can prepare for the often significant health disorders, at certain times the weather report also gives information on the type of bee pollen to be expected.
Auch in Krankenzimmern und auf Säuglingsstationen können Bakterien, Viren, Schimmelpilze die Gesundheit erheblich schädigen.Bacteria, viruses and molds can also significantly damage health in sick rooms and nursing homes.
Bei ruhigem Liegen z.B. im Krankenzimmer atmet ein Erwachsener etwa 5 Liter Luft in einer Minute ein. Bei ruhigem Stehen werden etwa 8 Liter Luft pro Minute geatmet.When lying quietly, for example in a hospital room, an adult inhales about 5 liters of air per minute. When standing still, about 8 liters of air are breathed per minute.
Bei langsamem Gehen steigt die Luftmenge auf 17 Liter an.When walking slowly, the air volume increases to 17 liters.
Bei sportlicher Betätigung, z.B. Wettrudern, werden von einem Erwachsenen bis zu 140During sporting activities, e.g. Rowing is carried out by an adult up to 140
Liter in einer Minute geatmet.Liters breathed in a minute.
Im Wohnbereich kann von einem Luftverbrauch von etwa 12 Liter pro Minute ausgegangen werden.In the living area, air consumption of around 12 liters per minute can be assumed.
In Wartezimmern, Büros, Gaststätten, Flugzeugen ist häufig ein Luftaustausch nicht vorgesehen, es wird teilweise nur eine kleine Menge Frischluft der Klimaanlage zugeführt, so daß alle Viren, Bakterien überall hingetragen werden.In waiting rooms, offices, restaurants, airplanes, an air exchange is often not provided, in some cases only a small amount of fresh air is supplied to the air conditioning system, so that all viruses and bacteria are carried everywhere.
Die Verunreinigungen der Atemluft lassen sich in drei Gruppen zusammenfassen:The pollution of the breathing air can be summarized in three groups:
1. Verunreinigungen durch Schwebstoffe a) Hausstaub b) Milben c) Hautschuppen d) Ruß e) Pollen f) andere organische Verschmutzungen1. Impurities caused by suspended matter a) house dust b) mites c) skin flakes d) soot e) pollen f) other organic contaminants
2. Verunreinigungen durch Mikroorganismen g) Bakterien h) Viren i) Schimmelpilze2. Contamination by microorganisms g) bacteria h) viruses i) molds
3. Verunreinigungen in Form von Gasen j) Formaldehyd k) Kohlenmonoxyd3. Impurities in the form of gases j) formaldehyde k) carbon monoxide
I) giftige Dämpfe m) unangenehme Gerüche z.B. ZigarettenrauchI) toxic fumes m) unpleasant smells e.g. Cigarette smoke
Aufgabe der Erfindung ist es, Luft, insbesondere Atemluft reinstzufiltern und zu desinfizieren. Gelöst wird die Aufgabe gemäß der Erfindung dadurch, daßThe object of the invention is to purely filter and disinfect air, in particular breathing air. The object is achieved according to the invention in that
a) die Luft durch einen Vorfilter geleitet wird, b) die Luft mittels UV-C Licht bestrahlt wird, c) die Luft durch einen Hauptfilter geleitet wird und d) die Luft durch einen Aktivkohlefilter strömt.a) the air is passed through a pre-filter, b) the air is irradiated with UV-C light, c) the air is passed through a main filter and d) the air flows through an activated carbon filter.
An drei Ausführungen wird die Erfindung näher erläutert.The invention is explained in more detail in three embodiments.
Es zeigen:Show it:
Figur 1 eine Vorderansicht einer ersten Ausführung der erfindungsgemäßen Reinstfilter- und DesinfiziervorrichtungFigure 1 is a front view of a first embodiment of the ultrapure filter and disinfecting device according to the invention
Figur 2 einen VertikalschnittFigure 2 is a vertical section
Figur 3 den Vertikalschnitt einer zweiten AusführungFigure 3 shows the vertical section of a second embodiment
Figur 4 die Seitenansicht der zweiten AusführungFigure 4 is a side view of the second embodiment
Figur 5 den Vertikalschnitt einer dritten AusführungFigure 5 shows the vertical section of a third embodiment
Figur 6 die teilweise geschnittene Seitenansicht der dritten AusführungFigure 6 is a partially sectioned side view of the third embodiment
In den Figuren 1 und 2 ist eine erste Ausführung einer erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung dargestellt. Die Vorrichtung läßt sich äußerlich in drei Bereiche einteilen: einem unteren Bereich, dem Gehäuse 1 , einem mittleren Bereich, dem Rohr 2 und einem oberen Bereich, dem Ausströmkegel 3.1 and 2 show a first embodiment of a device according to the invention. Externally, the device can be divided into three areas: a lower area, the housing 1, a middle area, the tube 2 and an upper area, the outflow cone 3.
Das Blechgehäuse 1 besteht aus einer ebenen Bodenplatte 4, den ebenen Seitenwänden 5, 6, einer gebogenen Vorderwand 7 und einer abnehmbaren Rückwand 8. Die Seitenwände 5, 6 und die Vorderwand 7 werden auf der Bodenplatte 4 befestigt. Vorzugsweise wird die Befestigung durch eine Schweißverbindung hergestellt. Des weiteren werden die Seitenwände 5, 6 und die Vorderwand 7 an den aneinanderiiegenden Kanten ebenfalls verschweißt. Die Seitenwände 5, 6 und die Vorderwand 7 weisen in ihrem der Bodenplatte 4 zugekehrten Bereich Öffnungen 9 auf. Diese Öffnungen 9 dienen der Ansaugung der Bodenluft.The sheet metal housing 1 consists of a flat base plate 4, the flat side walls 5, 6, a curved front wall 7 and a removable rear wall 8. The side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 are fastened to the base plate 4. The attachment is preferably made by a welded connection. Furthermore, the side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 are also welded at the edges which are adjacent to one another. The side walls 5, 6 and the front wall 7 have openings 9 in their area facing the base plate 4. These openings 9 serve to suck in the soil air.
Die Rückwand 8 ist leicht abnehmbar befestigt. Im unteren Bereich wird sie in zwei Öffnungen 10 mittels Blechzungen 11 gehalten, im oberen Bereich mittels zweier Schrauben 12.The rear wall 8 is easily removable. In the lower area it is held in two openings 10 by means of sheet metal tongues 11, in the upper area by means of two screws 12.
Die Vorderwand 7 weist im oberen Bereich eine Öffnung 13 auf, durch die das Rohr 2 in das Blechgehäuse 1 eingeführt wird. Das Rohr 2 wird mit dem Rand der Öffnung 13 verschweißt.The front wall 7 has an opening 13 in the upper region through which the tube 2 is inserted into the sheet metal housing 1. The tube 2 is welded to the edge of the opening 13.
Das Rohr 2 besteht aus einem unteren Rohrteil 14 und einem oberen Rohrteil 15. Beide Rohrteile 14 / 15 werden zusammengesteckt. Mit 16 ist die Trennebene der Rohrteile 14, 15 gekennzeichnet.The pipe 2 consists of a lower pipe part 14 and an upper pipe part 15. Both pipe parts 14/15 are put together. With 16 the parting plane of the pipe parts 14, 15 is identified.
Der untere mit dem Gehäuse 1 verschweißte Rohrteil 14 ist bis zur Trennebene 16 von gleichbleibendem Durchmesser. Ab der Trennebene 16 ist der Außendurchmesser vermindert. Das Rohrteil 14 ragt dann noch ein wenig über die Trennebene mit vermindertem Außendurchmesser hinaus.The lower pipe part 14 welded to the housing 1 is of constant diameter up to the parting plane 16. The outer diameter is reduced from the parting plane 16. The pipe part 14 then protrudes a little beyond the parting plane with a reduced outer diameter.
Der obere Rohrteil 15 weist im Bereich der Trennebene 16 verminderten Innendurchmesser auf, derart, daß beide Rohrteile gut zusammengesteckt werden können. Statt die Rohre in Ihrem Durchmesser zu bearbeiten, kann auch ein weiteres Rohrstück, dessen Außendurchmesser annähernd dem Innendurchmesser der Rohrteile 14, 15 entspricht, in das Rohrteil 14 eingeschweißt werden. Der aus dem Rohrteil 14 herausragende Teil übernimmt dann die Aufnahme des Rohrteiles 15.The upper tube part 15 has a reduced inside diameter in the region of the parting plane 16, such that both tube parts can be put together well. Instead of processing the diameter of the pipes, a further piece of pipe, the outside diameter of which approximately corresponds to the inside diameter of the pipe parts 14, 15, can also be welded into the pipe part 14. The part protruding from the pipe part 14 then takes over the reception of the pipe part 15.
Der obere Bereich, der Ausströmkegel 3, wird über mehrere gleichmäßig auf dem Rand des Rohres 2 verteilten Kugeln 17 mit dem Rohrteil 15 verbunden.The upper region, the outflow cone 3, is connected to the tube part 15 via a plurality of balls 17 distributed uniformly on the edge of the tube 2.
Zum Aufbau im Inneren der Verbindung:To set up inside the connection:
In dem Gehäuse 1 befindet sich ein Ventilator 18 und ein Feinstaubfilter 19.A fan 18 and a fine dust filter 19 are located in the housing 1.
Der Ventilator 18, vorzugsweise ein Rohrventilator, wird mittels einer mit Isolierstoff ausgefütterten Schlauchschelle 20 an dem in das Gehäuse 1 ragenden Ende des Rohrteiles 14 befestigt. Diese Art der Befestigung dient dazu, die Schwingungen desThe fan 18, preferably a tubular fan, is attached to the end of the Pipe part 14 attached. This type of attachment is used to control the vibrations of the
Ventilators möglichst wenig auf das Rohr 2 zu übertragen.Fan as little as possible to transfer to the pipe 2.
Auf der Bodenplatte 4 zugewandten Seite des Ventilators 18 ist ein Gehäuse 21 befestigt, das den Feinstaubfilter 19 aufnimmt.On the bottom plate 4 facing side of the fan 18, a housing 21 is attached, which receives the fine dust filter 19.
Das Gehäuse 2 weist einen rohrförmigen Abschnitt auf, der mit dem rohrförmigen Ausgangs Stutzen des Ventilators 18 schallisolierend verbunden ist. An den rohrförmigen Abschnitt schließt sich eine ebene Platte an, die an zwei gegenüberliegenden Seiten U- Schienen aufweist. Der Feinstaubfilter 19 wird in diese U-Schienen eingeschoben. Mittels Flügelschrauben wird der Feinstaubfilter gegen abdichtende Gummileisten an die ebene Platte angedrückt. Der Feinstaubfilter 19 dient als Vorfilter. Er gehört zur Klasse F6.The housing 2 has a tubular section which is connected in a sound-insulating manner to the tubular outlet connection of the fan 18. A flat plate adjoins the tubular section and has U-rails on two opposite sides. The fine dust filter 19 is inserted into these U-rails. The fine dust filter is pressed onto the flat plate against sealing rubber strips using wing screws. The fine dust filter 19 serves as a prefilter. It belongs to class F6.
In dem Rohr 2 befinden sich die UV-C Lampen 22, der Hauptfilter 23 sowie einThe UV-C lamps 22, the main filter 23 and a are located in the tube 2
Aktivkohlefilter 24.Activated carbon filter 24.
Der Hauptfilter 23 gehört zur Klasse EU 13/14 S der europäischen Norm. Diese Klasse beinhaltet die reinsten Filter, die es zur Zeit gibt. Sie filtern Körper der Größe 1/30oooomm heraus.The main filter 23 belongs to class EU 13/14 S of the European standard. This class contains the purest filters that are currently available. They filter out body the size of 1 / 30th oooo mm.
Die UV-C Lampen 22 sind hauptsächlich im unteren Bereich des Rohres 2 angeordnet, insbesondere sind die Lampensockel im unteren Rohrteil 14 befestigt.The UV-C lamps 22 are mainly arranged in the lower region of the tube 2, in particular the lamp bases are fastened in the lower tube part 14.
Der Hauptfilter 23 kann mittels Schraubverschlusses in der oberen Rohrhälfte befestigt werden.The main filter 23 can be fastened in the upper tube half by means of a screw cap.
Wirkungsweise:Mode of action:
Die von dem Ventilator 18 durch die Öffnungen 9 angesaugte Bodenluft 25 durchströmt den Feinstaubfilter 19. In diesem Feinstaubfilter werden die Verunreinigungen der ersten Gruppe, der Schwebstoffe, herausgefiltert.The ground air 25 sucked in by the fan 18 through the openings 9 flows through the fine dust filter 19. In this fine dust filter, the impurities of the first group, the suspended matter, are filtered out.
Durch das Herausfiltern der Schwebstoffe können sich die UV-C Lampen nicht zusetzen, ihre Strahlungsfähigkeit bleibt lange erhalten, ca. 8000 Stunden.By filtering out the suspended matter, the UV-C lamps cannot become clogged, their radiance remains long, approx. 8000 hours.
Im nächsten Schritt wird die Atemluft durch das Rohr an den UV-C Lampen vorbeigeführt. Durch das UV-C Licht werden die meisten Bakterien, Viren und Mikroorganismen abgetötet. Im dritten Schritt wird die vorgefilterte und nun desinfizierte Atemluft durch den Hauptfilter - einen Absolutfilter - geleitet.In the next step, the breathing air is led through the tube past the UV-C lamps. Most bacteria, viruses and microorganisms are killed by UV-C light. In the third step, the pre-filtered and now disinfected breathing air is passed through the main filter - an absolute filter.
Hier werden die abgetöteten Bakterien, Viren und Mikroorganismen herausgefiltert.Here the killed bacteria, viruses and microorganisms are filtered out.
Im letzten Schritt wird die Atemluft noch durch einen agglomerierten Aktivkohlefilter geführt. Dieser soll die Atemluft von giftigen Dämpfen und unangenehmen Gerüchen reinigen.In the last step, the breathing air is passed through an agglomerated activated carbon filter. This is to purify the air we breathe from toxic fumes and unpleasant smells.
Die nun so gefilterte Atemluft strömt am oberen Ende des Rohres durch den Freiraum zwischen den Kugeln 17 gegen den Ausströmkegel 3. Durch den Ausströmkegel wird die Atemluft gleichmäßig verteilt.The breathing air filtered in this way flows at the upper end of the tube through the space between the balls 17 against the outflow cone 3. The outflow cone distributes the breathing air evenly.
Die Figuren 3 und 4 zeigen das zweite Ausführungsbeispiel. Es unterscheidet sich von dem ersten durch die Anordnung des Feinstaubfilters 19 und des Ventilators 18.Figures 3 and 4 show the second embodiment. It differs from the first one in the arrangement of the fine dust filter 19 and the fan 18.
Während bei der ersten Ausführung die Rückwand 8 abzunehmen war, um den Feinstaubfilter 19 auszutauschen, ist bei der zweiten Ausführung der Feinstaubfilter 19 außerhalb des Gehäuses 1 angeordnet.While in the first embodiment the rear wall 8 had to be removed in order to replace the fine dust filter 19, in the second embodiment the fine dust filter 19 is arranged outside the housing 1.
Es genügt, die Schraube 29 zu lösen, um den Feinstaubfilter abnehmen zu können.It is sufficient to loosen the screw 29 in order to be able to remove the fine dust filter.
Der Ventilator 18 war in der Ausführung gemäß der Figur 2 ein Axialgebläse, in der zweitenThe fan 18 was an axial fan in the embodiment according to FIG. 2, in the second
Ausführung wird ein Radialgebläse verwendet.A radial fan is used.
Desweiteren werden die Seitenwände 5 und 6 direkt mit dem unteren Rohrteil 14 verschweißt, derart, daß diese die Rückwand 8 bildet.Furthermore, the side walls 5 and 6 are welded directly to the lower tube part 14 such that it forms the rear wall 8.
Die Wirkungsweise entspricht dem ersten Ausführungsbeispiel, außer, daß die Luft nun direkt zu dem Feinstaubfilter fließt und nicht mehr durch die Öffnungen 9.The mode of operation corresponds to the first exemplary embodiment, except that the air now flows directly to the fine dust filter and no longer through the openings 9.
Die Figuren 5 und 6 zeigen das dritte Ausführungsbeispiel.Figures 5 and 6 show the third embodiment.
Bei diesem wird wie im zweiten Ausführungsbeispiel ein Radialgebläse 18 verwendet. DerIn this case, a radial fan 18 is used as in the second exemplary embodiment. The
Feinststaubfilter 19 befindet sich innerhalb des Gehäuses 1. Die Seiten weisen statt einer großen Öffnung mehrere schmale Schlitze 9 auf. Die Wirkungsweise entspricht dem erstenFine dust filter 19 is located inside the housing 1. The sides have several narrow slots 9 instead of a large opening. The mode of action corresponds to the first
Ausführungsbeispiel. Weitere Vorteile:Embodiment. Additional advantages:
Durch den großen Abstand, etwa 1 ,80 m, von Ansaugöffnung 9 der Bodenluft 25 und Ausströmkegel 3 wird sichergestellt, daß die ausströmende Luft sich erst im Raum verteilt, sich mit der anderen Raumluft mischt, bevor sie wieder angesaugt wird. Es wird also zuverlässig vermieden, daß sich ein kurzer Kreislauf bildet, derart, daß die ausströmende Luft direkt wieder angesaugt wird, was zur Folge hätte, daß die Atemluft zwar direkt am Gerät gefiltert wäre, etwas entfernt davon jedoch nicht mehr.The large distance, approximately 1.80 m, from suction opening 9 of the floor air 25 and outflow cone 3 ensures that the outflowing air is only distributed in the room and mixes with the other room air before it is sucked in again. It is therefore reliably avoided that a short cycle is formed, in such a way that the outflowing air is sucked in again, which would have the consequence that the breathing air would be filtered directly on the device, but not a little further away.
Durch den Vorfilter werden die UV-C Lampen und der Hauptfilter geschützt. Hierdurch wird die Wartung erleichtert. Während der Vorfilter etwa jedes halbe Jahr gewechselt werden muß, genügt es, den Hauptfilter alle zwei Jahre auszutauschen. (*)The pre-filter protects the UV-C lamps and the main filter. This makes maintenance easier. While the pre-filter has to be changed every six months, it is sufficient to replace the main filter every two years. (*)
(*) Im OP-Bereich kann es, bedingt durch den hohen Fusselgehalt des Mullbinden- Verbandmaterials, erforderlich sein, den Vorfilter alle drei Monate zu wechseln.(*) In the operating theater it may be necessary, due to the high lint content of the gauze bandage material, to change the prefilter every three months.
Dadurch, daß die Bakterien, Viren, Mikroorganismen erst abgetötet werden, bevor sie zu dem Hauptfilter gelangen, können Sie sich in diesem nicht vermehren bzw. Hindurch wachsen.Because the bacteria, viruses, microorganisms are killed before they reach the main filter, you cannot multiply or grow through it.
Die Lampenhalterung 30 ragt über die Trennebene 16 von unterem und oberen Rohrteil 15 / 16 hinaus. Die Enden 31 der Lampenhalterung 30 sind leicht abgeschrägt. Hierdurch wird ein leichtes Aufsetzen und eine Führung bei dem Zusammenbau der Rohrteile ermöglicht. Weiterhion befindet sich auch ein kleiner Teil der UV-C Lampen 22 oberhalb der Trennebene 16. Dies dient dazu, daß nach Abnahme des oberen Rohrteiles 15 die UV-C Lampen mit der Hand noch gut zugänglich angefaßt werden können für den Fall einer Erneuerung.The lamp holder 30 protrudes beyond the parting plane 16 of the lower and upper tube part 15/16. The ends 31 of the lamp holder 30 are slightly chamfered. This enables easy fitting and guidance in the assembly of the pipe parts. Weiterhion is also a small part of the UV-C lamps 22 above the parting plane 16. This is so that after removing the upper tube part 15, the UV-C lamps can still be easily accessible by hand in the event of a renewal.
Weitere vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung:Another advantageous embodiment:
Der Ausströmkegel 3 nimmt in seinem Kegel eine Lampe 26 auf. Diese Lampe kann in weiterer Ausgestaltung eine Ringleuchte sein. Die Vorrichtung dient so als Stehlampe und da sie gegen die Decke strahlt, ist sie besonders als Deckenfluter geeignet. Mit 27 und 28 werden elektrische Schalter angezogen. Diese Schalter können auch alsThe outflow cone 3 receives a lamp 26 in its cone. In a further embodiment, this lamp can be a ring light. The device thus serves as a floor lamp and since it shines against the ceiling, it is particularly suitable as a ceiling washer. With 27 and 28 electrical switches are tightened. These switches can also be used as
Regler ausgebildet sein, so daß die Helligkeit oder die Luftmenge eingestellt werden können.Regulator be designed so that the brightness or the amount of air can be adjusted.
Die Anlage ist für eine Luftmenge von 180 m3 pro Stunde absolut sauberer Luft gleichbleibender Qualität ausgelegt.The system is designed for an air volume of 180 m 3 per hour of absolutely clean air of constant quality.
Die Anlage paßt auch in das Ambiente von Wohnzimmern.The system also fits into the ambience of living rooms.
Obwohl der Geräuschpegel so niedrig wie technisch sinnvoll machbar ist, er liegt bei etwaAlthough the noise level is as low as technically feasible, it is around
60 db(A), kann der Benutzer, der z.B. an Heuschnupfen leidet, die Filterung der Atemluft absenken, die Menge reduzieren, wenn er Besserung verspürt und da mit den60 db (A), the user who e.g. suffers from hay fever, reduce the filtering of the air we breathe, reduce the amount when he feels better and there with the
Geräuschpegel noch weiter verringern. Bei einem Luftdurchsatz von 60 m3 pro Stunde kann so der Geräuschpegel auf 46 db(A) gesenkt werden.Reduce noise levels even further. With an air flow rate of 60 m 3 per hour, the noise level can be reduced to 46 db (A).
Um die Geräuschemmision gering zu halten, wird für die Regelung des Ventilators einIn order to keep noise emissions low, a is used to control the fan
Stelltrafo vorgesehen.Transformer provided.
Um neben der Geräuschemmision auch den Energieverbrauch niedrig zu halten, kann in weiterer Ausgestaltung der Erfindung der Ventilator mittels Frequenzwandlers gesteuert werden.In order to keep the energy consumption low in addition to noise emission, the fan can be controlled by means of a frequency converter in a further embodiment of the invention.
Die Innenfläche des Rohres 2, insbesondere der Bereich, der von den UV-C Lampen angestrahlt wird, kann in weiterer Ausgestaltung der Erfindung verspiegelt sein.The inner surface of the tube 2, in particular the area which is illuminated by the UV-C lamps, can be mirrored in a further embodiment of the invention.
Hierdurch wird die Strahlung weniger schnell von der Wandung geschluckt. Sie durchläuft mehrfach den Raum. Die Entkeimung wird dadurch vorteilhaft beeinflußt.As a result, the radiation is swallowed less quickly by the wall. It runs through the room several times. This has a beneficial effect on disinfection.
Die Vorrichtung kann sowohl aus Metall als auch aus Kunststoff Hergestellt werden. Wird die Vorrichtung aus Kunststoff gefertigt so schützt die Verspiegelung den Kunststoff vor den UV-C Strahlen.The device can be made of both metal and plastic. If the device is made of plastic, the mirror coating protects the plastic from UV-C rays.
Statt eine Schweißverbindung kann auch eine Klebeverbindung vorgenommen werden.Instead of a welded connection, an adhesive connection can also be made.
Bei Verwendung von Kunststoff kann die Innenfläche des Rohres mit einem elektrisch leitenden Lack versehen werden. Dieser leitet die durch die strömende Luft erzeugte statische Ladung zu einem Erdanschluß ab.If plastic is used, the inner surface of the tube can be provided with an electrically conductive lacquer. This discharges the static charge generated by the flowing air to an earth connection.
Desweitern können die Filter mit einem metallischen Netz umgeben sein, das geerdet ist. Gehäuse Rohr Ausströmkegel Bodenplatte Seitenwand Seitenwand Vorderwand Rückwand Öffnung Öffnung Blechzunge Schraube Öffnung unterer Rohrteil oberer Rohrteil Trennebene Kugel Ventilator Feinstaubfilter Schlauchscheile Gehäzuse UV-C Lampe Hauptfilter Aktivkohlefilter Bodenluft Lampe Schalter für Lampe Schalter für Luft Schraube Lampenhalterung Enden der Lampenhalterung In addition, the filters can be surrounded by a metallic network that is grounded. Housing pipe exhaust cone base plate side wall side wall front wall rear wall opening opening sheet metal tongue screw opening lower pipe part upper pipe part parting plane ball fan fine dust filter hose parts housing UV-C lamp main filter activated carbon filter ground air lamp switch for lamp switch for air screw lamp holder ends of the lamp holder

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1 .) Verfahren zum Reinstfiltern und Desinfizieren von Luft, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß in der ersten Stufe die Luft vorgefiltert in der zweiten Stufe desinfiziert und in der dritten Stufe reinstgefiltert wird.1.) Process for ultrapure filtering and disinfection of air, characterized in that the air is pre-filtered in the first stage, disinfected in the second stage and ultrapure filtered in the third stage.
2.) Verfahren nach Anspruch 1 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß in einer vierten Stufe die Luft durch einen Aktivkohlefilter strömt. 2.) Method according to claim 1, characterized in that in a fourth stage, the air flows through an activated carbon filter.
3.) Verfahren nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß in der ersten Stufe die Schwebstoffe herausgefiltert werden. 3.) Method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the suspended matter is filtered out in the first stage.
4.) Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Desinfizierung durch Bestrahlung erfolgt. 4.) Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the disinfection is carried out by radiation.
5.) Verfahren nach Anspruch 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Bestrahlung mittels UV-C5.) Method according to claim 4, characterized in that the radiation by means of UV-C
Lampen geschieht. Lamps happens.
6.) Verfahren nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Reinstfilterung mittels eines Filters der Klasse EU 13 / 14 S der europäischen Norm -6.) Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the ultrapure filtering by means of a filter of class EU 13/14 S of the European standard -
Herausfiltern von Körpern der Größe 1/300 000 mm - erfolgt. Filter out bodies of size 1/300 000 mm - done.
7.) Verfahren nach einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die7.) Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the
Luft mittels eines Ventilators bewegt wird. Air is moved by means of a fan.
8.) Verfahren gemäß Anspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Ventilator zwischen der ersten - vorfiltern - und der zweiten - desinfizieren - Stufe angeordnet ist. 8.) Method according to claim 7, characterized in that the fan is arranged between the first - pre-filter - and the second - disinfect - stage.
9.) Verfahren gemäß einem der vorgehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die9.) Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the
Bodenluft angesaugt wird. Soil air is sucked in.
10.) Verfahren gemäß Anspruch 9, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Luft gegen einen10.) Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the air against one
Ausströmkegel geblasen wird. Discharge cone is blown.
11.) Verfahren gemäß Anspruch 9 oder 10, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die11.) Method according to claim 9 or 10, characterized in that the
Luftaustrittsstelle oberhalb der Eintrittsstelle liegt. Air outlet point is above the entry point.
12.) Verfahren gemäß Anspruch 11 , dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Stellen des Eintrittes und Austrittes der Luft etwa 1 ,5 bis 2,5, vorzugsweise 1 ,8 m voneinander entfernt sind. 12.) Method according to claim 11, characterized in that the points of entry and exit of the air are about 1.5 to 2.5, preferably 1.8 m apart.
13.) Vorrichtung zum Reinstfiltern und Desinfizieren von Luft, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß a) in oder an einem Gehäuse 1 ein Feinstaubfilter 19 und ein Ventilator 18 angeordnet sind. b) in einem Rohr 2 Mittel 22 zur Desinfektion der Luft, ein Hauptfilter 23 und ein Aktivkohlefilter 24 angeordnet sind und c) ein Ausströmkegel 3 mit dem Ende des Rohres 2 einen Spalt bildet. 13.) Device for ultrapure filtering and disinfection of air, characterized in that a) a fine dust filter 19 and a fan 18 are arranged in or on a housing 1. b) 2 means 22 for disinfecting the air, a main filter 23 and an activated carbon filter 24 are arranged in a tube and c) an outflow cone 3 forms a gap with the end of the tube 2.
14.) Vorrichtung nach Anspruch 13, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Gehäuse 1 besteht aus: a) einer Grundplatte 4 b) zwei Seitenwänden 5 und 6, die auf der Grundplatte 4 befestigt sind, c) einer Vorderwand 7, die mit den Seitenwänden 5 und 6 sowie der Grundplatte 4 verbunden ist und d) einer Rückwand 8.14.) Device according to claim 13, characterized in that the housing 1 consists of: a) a base plate 4 b) two side walls 5 and 6, which are fixed on the base plate 4, c) a front wall 7, which with the side walls 5th and 6 and the base plate 4 are connected and d) a rear wall 8.
15.) Vorrichtung nach Anspruch 14, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß in mindestens einer der15.) Device according to claim 14, characterized in that in at least one of the
Wände 5, 6, 7, 8 eine Lufteintrittsöffnung 9 vorgesehen ist. Walls 5, 6, 7, 8 an air inlet opening 9 is provided.
16.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Ventilator mittels schallisolierender Mittel befestigt ist. 16.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fan is fastened by means of sound-insulating means.
17.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Rohr 2 aus einem unteren Rohrteil 14 und einem oberen Rohrteil 15 besteht. 17.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tube 2 consists of a lower tube part 14 and an upper tube part 15.
18.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß in dem unteren Rohrteil 14 die Mittel 22 zur Desinfektion und in dem oberen Rohrteil18.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in the lower tube part 14, the means 22 for disinfection and in the upper tube part
15 der Hauptfilter 23 und der Aktivkohlefilter 24 angeordnet sind. 15 of the main filter 23 and the activated carbon filter 24 are arranged.
19.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, das die Mittel 22 zum Desinfektion UV-C Lampen sind. 19.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the means 22 for disinfection are UV-C lamps.
20.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Innenfläche des Rohres 2 teilweise verspiegelt ist. 20.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the inner surface of the tube 2 is partially mirrored.
21.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Innenfläche des Rohres 2 mit einem elektrisch leitenden Lack versehen ist. 21.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the inner surface of the tube 2 is provided with an electrically conductive paint.
22.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß mindestens ein Filter mit einem geerdeten metallischen Netz umgeben ist. 22.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one filter is surrounded with a grounded metallic network.
23.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Ausströmkegel 3 auf mehreren auf der Stirnfläche des Rohres 2 angeordneten23.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the outflow cone 3 arranged on several on the end face of the tube 2
Kugeln 17 befestigt ist. Balls 17 is attached.
24.) Vorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Ausströmkegel 3 eine Lampe 26 angeordnet ist 25.) Stehlampe, insbesondere Deckenfluter, mit einer solchen Vorrichtung. 26.) Vorrichtung oder Stehlampe nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß mittels Schalter 27, 28 Lichtstärke und / oder Luftmenge regulierbar sind. 24.) Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the outflow cone 3 a lamp 26 is arranged 25.) Floor lamp, in particular ceiling washer, with such a device. 26.) Device or floor lamp according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that light intensity and / or amount of air can be regulated by means of switches 27, 28.
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